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Join City of Moreton Bay in own internal talent acquisition team, and help recruit the talent that shapes and enhances our communities for today and tomorrow.

As one of our Talent Acquisition Officer's you will partner with the leaders in our organisation to ensure that specific resourcing objectives are achieved, managing end-to-end recruitment processes including brief, schedule, advertise, shortlist, interview and offers.

You will develop sourcing and attraction strategies, provide market insights, and coach and develop stakeholders on best practice recruitment practices to drive effective talent acquisition that meets both current and future organisational needs.

Why do we love what we do? So many reasons, including...

• The diversity of roles. Most of us are surprised when starting with Local Government just how many different topics we touch on.  With over 80 professions we are always learning something new!
• Location... there can be benefits to working in the suburbs! Free parking, easy access to public transport, drive against the traffic!
• Flexibility, WFH hybrid, 9 day fortnight... talk to us about what works for you.
• We get to work with professionals passionate about really making a difference in our community.
• A great team! ...and yes, obviously we are biased. Currently we are a recruitment team of 8, and we really do love what we do, support each other and are always up for a laugh!

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About you

We are seeking an experienced internal recruiter/ talent acquisition specialist looking for their next challenge... sound like you?

Passionate about the delivery of a high-quality experience, you will be energised by using your previous experience to deliver contemporary recruitment practices.

You will be well adept at designing and applying suitable assessment techniques and sourcing strategies, with the ability to coach and up-skill hiring managers in best practice talent acquisition, assessment and selection techniques. 

As a natural communicator you will understand the importance of building quality stakeholder relationships, and look to establish trust and credibility to become a source for specialist advice in the organisation.

With your understanding of modern recruitment technologies and systems (we currently use PageUp), and your desire to drive the values of City of Moreton Bay, you will quickly become a valuable member of our team!

Why City of Moreton Bay?

What you do with your life matters. It’s the same with your career.

We’re the third-largest council in Australia and one of the fastest-growing areas. As Australia’s newest city, we’re building something that’s never been done before: a new kind of city, inspired and empowered by a new kind of council.

This is your opportunity to develop skills and experience in a truly unique place, at a truly unique point in time.

At City of Moreton Bay, we’re focused on the vital work we do today. But we’re also focused on the future. On what can be – for our city, our Council and your career.

Here’s what you’ll love about a career with us:

• See it. To build a city of the future, first, you have to see it. The polycentric city we’re building will bring greater prosperity, sustainability and affordability to our city. This is your chance to contribute to something that’s never been done before.
• Shape it. You’ll get hands-on in a rewarding career, serving and strengthening our communities for today and tomorrow. Our work is diverse, interesting and it matters – and it’s yours to shape and own.
• Live it. Contribute to the city you and your family want to live in and enjoy the lifestyle you deserve. And if you don’t live here, you’ll still find pride and connection in so many ways with our successful, resilient team.

You’ll also enjoy a range of other benefits:

• Find a better work-life balance with a nine-day (72.5-hour) fortnight, plus a hybrid, flexible working environment with some work-from-home days.
• Negotiated salary increases locked in through our EBA - 4.5% in July 2026 and a further 4% in July 2027 (or CPI capped at 4.5%, whichever is greater).
• Advance your skills and career through our Study, Training And Research Scheme (STARS).
• Make your pay go further with salary packaging options on novated leases, superannuation payments, smartphones and devices.
• Prioritise your health and wellbeing with discounted health insurance, free annual flu vaccinations and our Fitness Passport Program.
• Get support when you and your family need it most with our 24/7 confidential counselling service.

Ready for a career that matters?

Join City of Moreton Bay, and help shape our city of the future.

Click on the 'Apply Now' button below to complete your online application. Please upload a current resume that demonstrates how you meet the requirements for this role.  You will also have the option to add a cover letter should you wish.

As part of the recruitment process, applicants will be required to undergo a National Criminal History Check.

To obtain further details please contact our Careers team at careers@moretonbay.qld.gov.au. 

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Your Future City.
See it. Shape it. Live It.

City of Moreton Bay extends across the traditional lands of the Jinibara, Kabi Kabi, and Turrbal peoples, and we acknowledge and pay respects to Traditional Custodians. We believe diversity of thought, background and experience creates better outcomes for our people and communities, and we strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and people of all ages, genders, abilities and cultural backgrounds.